Wickedly Smart Women

"As the dreams come true, the bigger dreams appear. The sad part is that people don't allow the little dreams to come true. So, then they don't have evidence to keep dreaming bigger."— Moira Ní Ghallachóir Public speaking is an effective way to connect to the people who are meant to be served by you. Have you ever thought, 'if I could just get up on the right stage, I could help more people have b...

"I am kind of on a mission to help people in mid-career make sure that they are really getting paid for their expertise."—Pamela Wilson You've lived a full life and learned and earned your expertise. You're ready to impart that wisdom to others to help them on their journey. You get set up online, and once you're ready, the so-called experts tell you that expertise is only worth $27. What? That ca...

It wasn't until the late 60s that women could have their own checking accounts, so there has been progress toward gender equality. We've come a long way, baby! Or have we? Even today, gender bias plays a significant role in corporate and educational environments. My guest watched that play out when she and her husband sought work at the same law firm. Although their resumes were nearly identical,...

Today, more than ever, we are faced with conflict from all sides, which can lead to emotional overwhelm and a lack of clarity. When we become blocked in this way, our ego takes over to keep us safe, but it also bars us from sharing our unique gifts with the world. So how can you clear the blocks in your emotional field? Loraine Van Tuyl , Ph. D., is a licensed clinical psychologist, shamanic ecops...

"Many people are looking for hands-on jobs instead of desk jobs, and the skilled trades are really hands-on."—Ariana Dugan Until recently, primarily men have worked as electricians, plumbers, and carpenters. But that's changing as more of the workforce retires, opening the door for more women to join the skilled trades industry. But how can more women get involved in these hands-on types of jobs?...

"Men in corporate tend to be more competitive, and women tend to be more cooperative."—Laura Browne Do you feel you are being paid what you are worth in your corporate job or by your clients? Maybe you've tried asking, haven't found the courage, or you think it would be easier to find a new job than to ask for a raise. But, whether you're a corporate leader or an entrepreneur, we all want to make...

If you've experienced trauma and abuse, it's easy to play small. To protect yourself and live comfortably in the shadows. But you are not your scars. And it's past time to step into your full power and shine your light on the world. Ellie Shefi is a civil rights attorney, strategist and coach who provides entrepreneurs, authors and leaders with practical, easy-to-implement tools and strategies tha...

Do you love sales? Maybe you've tried to make it in the brick-and-mortar space and found it too challenging, or the expenses of renting space and hiring employees were too off-putting, and the paperwork was too time-consuming. Carina Hatton started selling products online in 2013. Now, in addition to running her successful online boutique, she serves as a mentor and coach for entrepreneurs that wa...

Do you feel undervalued and unfulfilled in your role as a woman in corporate America? For decades, women have been given mixed messages and told to keep their emotions out of the workplace. But our real value as women in the workplace or in our role as entrepreneurs can be found when we embrace our softer side. So how can we step out of masculinization and lean into our biggest strengths as women...

Creative burnout is particularly scary for an entrepreneur. Being in a creative rut is frustrating enough on its own. But when you depend on your creativity to make a living, you need to tools to help you recharge. So, what are the warning signs that you're on the road to creative burnout? And if you're already there, what can you do to recover from it? Jenna Noelle is an award-winning photographe...

What could you accomplish in your career if you used the misery of every failure to propel you forward? So many women allow their past failures to keep them from boldly charging forward to their dreams. But when we adopt a mindset of resilience and recognize our own value, we can stop playing small and achieve the big things that are possible for us. Alina Timofeeva is a multi-award-winning Princi...

"Addiction now touches every other person in this day and age." Are you dealing with an addiction crisis? Do you want to intervene, but you don't know how? If addiction is an issue impacting your family, this episode is for you! Dana Golden has lived on the other side of addiction for most of her life. A nationally known speaker, Dana, is the co-author of Addiction Rescue; The NO BS Guide to Recov...

What great things could you accomplish for humanity if you allowed your feminine energy to fuel your entrepreneurial journey? Many women spend their entire lives working toward some finish line, or number on the scale, or in their bank account. But when we do that, we miss out on the opportunity to connect to the power of our feelings and our feminine energy to discover what's really possible for...

What great thing or courageous step is your lack of body confidence keeping you from doing? Many people spend their entire lives allowing their inner critique to fully reign over their thoughts and feelings, lessening their relationships and even keeping them stuck in their careers. But when we do that, we are missing out on the sparkly, shiny, and wonderful life we could be having. Cliona Byrne i...

Robyn Johnson was working as a youth minister when her son got sick. Her fears around money inspired Robyn to take $100 out of her emergency savings and invest it in reselling secondhand products on Amazon. In just seven months, she replaced her full-time income at the church. And in four years, Robyn grew the business into a million-dollar company. Ten years later, Robyn is a well-known expert in...

What if the thing you always wanted was the one thing you couldn't have? Could you go on from there to live a happy, helpful life? Frances Jones is a CEO, author, and certified life coach. She is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and the host of the NSpire Together Show powered by the Women Win Network. Her best-selling book Overcoming the Emotional Stigmas of Infertility: Barren But Not Asham...

How do you go from a failed business to owning a company that's on the fast track to becoming a household name with global influence? Tammie Sykes is the co-owner of Dion Michaels , a skincare line developed to serve men of all skin types and ethnicities. Tammie's passion for skincare began during college when she and her business partner Simone Randle developed a lasting friendship through their...

Near-death experiences have a way of making us realize what's important. But what does it look like to apply the lessons learned from a spiritual awakening like that in business? And what if that business is in a traditional industry like PR? Marisa Vallbona is Founder and President of CIM Inc PR , an award-winning public relations firm that helps top brands and startups earn maximum exposure and...

What do you want your life to have stood for when it's said and done? Dr. Ellen Albertson is a psychologist, registered dietician, board-certified health and wellness coach, Mindful self-compassion teacher, and the author of the Amazon bestseller, ROCK YOUR MIDLIFE: 7 Steps to Transform Yourself and Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter . Known as The Midlife Whisperer™, Dr. Ellen has been quot...

Many women walk around with a voice of constant critique inside simply because they're women. But what happens we you begin the untangling of that voice from who you really are? Anna Lovind left a career as an editor at a major publishing house and moved to Sweden, where she built a business that supports women's pursuit of a meaningful and sustainable creative life. Now, she coaches creatives wor...

Contrary to popular belief, creativity is not something you're born with, nor is it exclusive to artists. Creativity is a set of habits that anyone can learn and implement in business to innovate and grow as an entrepreneur. Maria Brito is a contemporary art advisor, author and curator based in New York City. She was named as one of the 20 Power Players in the Art World by Complex magazine and des...

Jodi Dee, M.Ed. always loved the magic and enchantment of children's stories and escaping into a different world. But as her own kids were growing up, Jodi noticed a gap in children's literature: There were very few books about developing a higher consciousness. And she set out to write a new kind of story for kids. Stories to teach children that they have the power to manifest whatever they desir...

After narrowly escaping death when her plane crashed into a mountain, they told Joy Cooper she would never walk again. But she proved that she would do more than that, she would dance again. Joy Cooper was the sole survivor of a plane crash in Alaska that killed three others, including her best friend. Circling the drain herself, she somehow held on until the rescuers came. But that was just the b...

Many women are not financially savvy. They might be able to make money but can be unsure of how to manage it. 98% of women will outlive their spouses, so eventually, most women will be handling their finances whether they like it or not. Karolyn Wotring is an influencer and a leader of women. She's spent the last 3 decades as a financial planner working with the top executives of Fortune 500 compa...

Have you struggled to step into your power? Are you searching for tips on utilizing your skills to improve your business? Elizabeth Purvis is a master business coach and metaphysical teacher. She has worked with thousands of women around the world and is the creator of 7 Figure Goddess and Feminine Magic , where she leads coaches, mentors, healers, and spiritual teachers to embody their highest le...